Creamy Asparagus Pasta with Turkey Bacon for a Cozy Dinner
A warm and comforting dish that combines creamy asparagus pasta with savory turkey bacon, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and asparagus; sauté until tender.
- Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and mix well.
- Stir in crumbled turkey bacon, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter option, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add more vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Asparagus Pasta, Cozy Dinner, Turkey Bacon